Environmental Stewardship and Climate Change
This program supports primary producers in implementing key Beneficial Management Practices (BMPs) to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, enhance environmental outcomes, and build climate resilience.
Eligible funding may support:
• Soil and water quality improvements
• GHG-reducing farm upgrades
• Practices to enhance biodiversity and ecosystem health
These activities help farms become more environmentally sustainable and climate-resilient.
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Funding Amount
Up to 30% of eligible expenses, to a maximum of the lesser of $10,000 or 10% of gross commodity income per year
Eligible Applicants
Farmers
Eligible Purposes
Funding may be used to support environmental improvements on farms, including:
• Beneficial practices that protect air, water, and soil
• Emission reduction strategies and climate adaptation
• Implementation of Environmental Farm Plan (EFP) recommendations
Additional activities may be eligible if they align with the program’s objectives.
Deadline to Apply
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